2001 Bmw 3 Series Bolt Pattern 5x120

Wheel and tire specifications for the Bmw 3 Series 2001. Find the bolt pattern, rim size, center bore and more. Most available tire prices include installation at Avansys Tire Shop, Miami Gardens.

Bmw 3 Series
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Vehicle Info

Bmw 3 Series 2001
Generation
E46 (1998–2005)
Trim
Standard Trim
Modification
AI Verified Specs
Note

All 2001 E46 3-Series US-market variants (RWD and AWD) share the same bolt pattern, center bore, and wheel fasteners. Differences are mainly in OEM wheel diameter, width, tire sizes, and exact offset of specific OEM wheel part numbers, especially for sport packages and 330 vs 325 trims. AWD models typically use square (non-staggered) setups. M3 models have different specifications.

Wheel Specifications

Bolt pattern
5x120
Center bore
72.6 mm
Thread size
M12 x 1.5
Torque
120 Nm
Lugs
5
Fastener type
lug bolts

Tire & Wheel Sizes

Tire sizes

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Rim sizes
16x7.017x8.0

Wheel & tire specs guide — Bmw 3 Series 2001

The 2001 Bmw 3 Series features a 5x120 bolt pattern, meaning it has 5 lug nuts arranged on a 120mm diameter circle, the center bore measures 72.6mm, the wheels are secured with M12 x 1.5 threaded lug nuts torqued to 120 Nm.

All 2001 E46 3-Series US-market variants (RWD and AWD) share the same bolt pattern, center bore, and wheel fasteners. Differences are mainly in OEM wheel diameter, width, tire sizes, and exact offset of specific OEM wheel part numbers, especially for sport packages and 330 vs 325 trims. AWD models typically use square (non-staggered) setups. M3 models have different specifications.

From the factory, the Bmw 3 Series 2001 is offered with OEM tires in the following sizes: 205/55R16, 225/45R17. These sizes determine compatibility when shopping for replacement or upgraded tires and wheels.

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